Van vs Flynn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Van

Boy #909 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"of, from (Dutch)"

Origin: Dutch

Cultural Roots

Dutch Vietnamese American Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#909
Total SSA Count
257
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Van Rank #909
Flynn Rank #738

Flynn is more popular, ranked #738 vs #909 for Van.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Van or Flynn more popular?

Flynn is more popular, ranked #738 compared to Van at #909 in the United States.

What do Van and Flynn mean?

Van means "of, from (Dutch)" (Dutch origin). Flynn means "son of the red-haired one" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Van and Flynn boy or girl names?

Van is primarily a boy name. Flynn is primarily a boy name.

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